The speech reiterates the government's commitment to create a "fairer and healthier Ontario" by "transforming health care, placing the patient at the centre and making strategic investments in community care." Among other things, the government will expand home and community care and guarantee every Ontarian a primary care provider.

We strongly support the government's plans to expand the student nutrition program; creating opportunities for all students to participate in 60 minutes of physical activity each day; implementing a cycling strategy; and reinforcing these measures with cross-ministry initiatives.

During the election campaign, we called for a stronger focus not only on "health care" but also on wellness and health promotion. We look forward to working with the government on these important initiatives.

Further, we are pleased that the government emphasized the importance of partnerships. We agree with this and we are committed to breaking down barriers in the system and putting patients first by building stronger partnerships between physicians, government and other providers.

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Guelph Wellington Seniors Association

With more than 2,500 members, the Guelph Wellington Seniors Association is one of the largest organizations of its kind in Canada. We have a straightforward mission..." To empower older adults to be active, to be involved and to age successfully."

We are a non-profit, registered charity. The GWSA partners with the City of Guelph in the operation of the Evergreen Seniors Community Centre, a state-of-the-art recreation facility.

The GWSA also operates in other locations such as the West End Community Centre, St. Paul's Lutheran Church and, in the not-too-distant future, will be a key Partner with the City in the design and use of the new South End Community Centre.

GWSA makes available some 90 organized programs, activities and services throughout the year as well as special events and public interest forums.

We are supported by the active participation of the more than 500 volunteers who make it all possible.